The Role
We're looking for an Extended Hours Surveillance Analyst to join our Market Surveillance team. In this role, you'll help protect market integrity by monitoring trading activity during overnight sessions in our 23/5 exchange environment.
You'll fit right in if you're detail-oriented, comfortable working independently during non-traditional hours, and energized by the responsibility of safeguarding fair and orderly markets.
Shift Details:
Sunday evening through Friday morning, 8:00 PM – 4:00 AM (Eastern Time)
Initial training (up to 3 months) would be standard hours.
What You'll Do
Monitor equity trading in real time, identifying suspicious patterns, unusual price movements, and order book anomalies.
Review automated surveillance alerts and material disclosures from listed companies, escalating issues when needed.
Intervene in trading when necessary, including trade breaks and trading suspensions.
Draft preliminary referrals for suspected market abuse or disciplinary matters.
Collaborate with the MarketWatch team to fulfill regulatory responsibilities and contribute to special projects.
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.
1–3 years of experience in market surveillance, compliance, trading operations, or a related area.
Strong understanding of equity markets and trading mechanisms.
Ability to work independently during overnight hours and make sound decisions under pressure.
Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
Nice to Have
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and market abuse detection.
Knowledge of surveillance tools and alert management systems.
Come as You Are
Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
What We Offer
We’re proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq’s overall success.
In addition to base salary, Nasdaq offers significant other compensation (annual bonus/commissions and equity), benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.
Nasdaq’s programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to:
For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page.